Reptiles

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All about amphibians & reptiles

Herpetology is the study of reptiles and amphibians, and those who study them are referred to as herpetologists. A reptile 🦎 is… Reptiles are air-breathing vertebrates covered in special skin made up of scales, bony plates, or a combination of both. They include crocodiles, snakes, lizards, turtles, and tor- toises. … Because of their slow metabolism and heat-seeking behavior, reptiles are cold-blooded. ( National Geo )  An amphibian is…. Amphibians are small vertebrates that need water, or a moist environment, to...